Cocktails that pair with

Sweet Ham

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Boulevardier

Classic & stirred

Bourbon, Campari, sweet vermouth. The whiskey Negroni — richer, less bitter.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Espresso Martini

Martini family

Vodka, fresh espresso, coffee liqueur. Dessert and digestif in one.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Sweet-roasty, citrus-edged, and bitter-soft pours all keep dessert from cloying.

Old Fashioned

Bourbon & American whiskey

Bourbon or rye, sugar, bitters, orange.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Paloma

Highball & long drinks

Tequila, fresh grapefruit, lime, salt, soda. The taco-day default.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.

Sidecar

Shaken sours

Cognac, lemon, orange liqueur. Old-world elegance in a coupe.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Sweet-roasty, citrus-edged, and bitter-soft pours all keep dessert from cloying.

Whiskey Sour

Shaken sours

Bourbon, fresh lemon, sugar, optional egg-white foam.

Why it works with Sweet Ham

Caramel-sweet, lightly bitter, citrus-bright pours match pork's sweet fat and crisp skin.